Movie Review: Supergirl

The new Supergirl film, starring Milly Alcock, offers a sci-fi thriller that delves into the origins of Kara Zor-El, positioning her as the antithesis of her antagonist. The narrative unfolds across various cosmic settings, from lively bars to encounters with Krypton's dog, culminating in Kara's involvement in a mission of vengeance alongside a young woman named Ruthye, whose family was killed by an assassin.

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Kara Zor-El, whom we met last year in Superman as his complete opposite, we also find out why in the new film.

Milly Alcock, known for her role in "House of the Dragon," is lauded for her portrayal of Kara as a seemingly carefree partygoer masking deep-seated sadness and trauma. However, the film's exploration of these internal struggles is deemed superficial and stereotypical by critics. Similarly, supporting characters, such as Lobo, played by Jason Momoa, are described as caricatures lacking substance and merely appearing incidentally in the plot.

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Milly Alcock (House of the Dragon) is excellent as a seemingly carefree partygoer who hides sadness and trauma within herself, but the film tackles this superficially and stereotypically.

While the film succeeds in showcasing Alcock's undeniable charisma and presents visually engaging sequences reminiscent of "Star Wars" and Han Solo's cantina, it ultimately falls short of its potential. The movie's handling of complex themes and character development is criticized for its shallowness, preventing it from achieving the status of a summer hit.

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Even more superficial are the supporting characters, as Lobo (Momoa) is just a caricature without substance, who incidentally joins the story.

Despite these shortcomings, the film is noted for its promising elements. Alcock's compelling performance and the potential for a more robust script suggest that the Supergirl character might have a brighter future on screen. The film, rated PG-13, runs for 107 minutes and is directed by Craig Gillespie.

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Supergirl thus unfortunately does not meet the expectations of a summer hit, but with the proven charisma of the main actress and a better script, perhaps a brighter future awaits it.